The Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) is a four-year undergraduate degree offered by the College of Business and Accountancy at the University of Nueva Caceres (UNC) in Naga City, Philippines. The program is accredited by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) at Level I. It is designed to prepare students for professional careers in accountancy and finance, aligned with international education standards set by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) through the International Education Standards (IES).
Program Overview
The BSA curriculum provides training that equips students for practice across the four major sectors of accountancy:
- Public Practice
- Commerce and Industry
- Government
- Education
The program emphasizes both technical knowledge and professional values, aiming to produce graduates capable of addressing the evolving demands of the accounting profession in the Philippines and abroad.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Graduates of the BSA program are expected to:
- Adapt to changing trends in the accountancy profession through lifelong learning.
- Adhere consistently to the professional Code of Ethics.
- Contribute to national development by assuming leadership responsibilities in their field.
Program Outcomes (POs)
The program outlines specific competencies for its students, including:
- Effective oral and written communication.
- Ability to work independently and as part of multicultural teams.
- Promotion of Filipino historical and cultural heritage.
- Commitment to continuous personal and professional growth.
- Application of management functions in business contexts.
- Ability to resolve accounting and business problems with a global outlook.
- Conduct of accounting research for decision-making and problem-solving.
- Proficiency in the use of technology for data handling.
- Preparation for professional licensure examinations and certifications.
- Practice of ethical standards and responsible corporate citizenship.
Accreditation
The BSA program is offered under the College of Business and Accountancy at UNC and holds a PACUCOA Level I accreditation. Other undergraduate programs within the same college include the Bachelor of Science in Accounting Information Systems and the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. These accreditations reflect compliance with established national and international standards for business and accountancy education.
Institutional Context
The University of Nueva Caceres is the first private university in Southern Luzon and the Bicol Region, established in 1948 by Dr. Jaime Hernandez. Since 2015, UNC has been associated with Ayala Education, Inc., reflecting a strategic realignment that combines regional educational traditions with modern, industry-aligned practices. The College of Business and Accountancy is among the university’s accredited units, and its programs contribute significantly to UNC’s mission of producing “future-ready” graduates.
See Also
- College of Business and Accountancy (UNC)
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting Information Systems (UNC)
- University of Nueva Caceres
References
- University of Nueva Caceres – College of Business and Accountancy: BSA Program Description, PEOs, and POs
https://unc.edu.ph/academics/business-and-accountancy/ - University of Nueva Caceres – Undergraduate Programs, College of Business and Accountancy
https://sites.google.com/unc.edu.ph/university-of-nueva-caceres/our-education/undergraduate-programs/college-of-business-and-accountancy - University of Nueva Caceres – Institutional Overview
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Nueva_Caceres
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